Is Whey Protein Powder Safe?
I often get asked by my patients about the safety and efficacy of whey protein powder. With so much misleading information out there, it’s understandable...
Category : Food
Do Eggs Prevent Fatty Liver Disease? The Latest Research Explained
As a practicing Ayurvedic physician for over 20 years, I am always interested in learning about nutritional ways to prevent common diseases I see in...
Green Tea for Weight Loss: Reality Check on What Research Says
Greetings readers, I’m Dr. Brahmanand Nayak weighing in on the popular notion that drinking green tea can help with weight loss goals. As an Ayurvedic...
How Much Tea Can You Drink in a Day?
With so many potential health benefits, it’s understandable why tea is one of the most popular beverages globally. Research shows that 3-5 cups spread throughout...
Can Diabetics Eat Cashews? An Expert Analysis
As an Ayurvedic physician, I often get asked if diabetics can eat cashews. This nutritious nut certainly has some great health properties, but it is...
The Power of Coconut Water Fasting
Recently, Indian Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi made headlines for completing an 11-day coconut water fast as part of a Hindu special ritual in the run-up...
Why Bananas and Water May Be a Healthier Alternative to Sports Drinks After Exercise
Today I want to discuss an intriguing question – could bananas and water actually be better for you after a tough workout than those brightly-colored...
How can you tell real honey from fake?
Hi everyone, I’m Dr. Brahmanand Nayak talk about an important issue in the food industry – fake honey. As an Ayurvedic doctor, I want to...
Jaggery for Anemia – Does it Work?
Jaggery is an unrefined sugar made by boiling sugarcane juice. It has been used as a sweetening agent across India for centuries. Unlike highly processed white sugar,...
Soaking Up the “Sunshine Vitamin”: Getting Your Vitamin D from Food vs Sun
Greetings, dear readers! I’m Dr. Brahmanand Nayak, back again to shine some light on an important health topic – vitamin D. As a practicing physician...